Archives for July 10, 2011

‘"We need a little more polish on the ice," said General Manager Darcy Regier. "I think it’s really about in his case, not unlike others, maturity level, where you develop the professionalism and the consistency on a day-to-day basis, then bring the corresponding play with it as well."’

‘For development camp veterans like Drew Schiestel and T.J. Brennan, however, the additions may appear to stand in the way of their road to the NHL. Regier said. “I think that doesn’t change their NHL readiness at some point,” said Regier of Schiestel and Brennan, who both took part in their fifth Sabres development camp. “I think in their case, their focus has to be improving, improving to the point where they’re pushing for jobs. Those things tend to take care of themselves.”’

‘Buffalo needs a Zack Kassian if just for a balance of power.’